5210.11.60.60 - Printcloth (315) 🖩

This HTS classification, 5210.11.60.60, specifically covers "Printcloth" that meets detailed criteria within the broader category of woven cotton fabrics. To fall under this code, the fabric must contain less than 85% cotton by weight, be mixed primarily with man-made fibers, and weigh no more than 200 grams per square meter. Furthermore, it must be unbleached and woven in a plain weave construction. The "Printcloth" designation implies a fabric that is typically used as a base for printing designs, often characterized by a relatively fine weave and smooth surface suitable for such applications.

This classification distinguishes "Printcloth" from its sibling categories by its specific end-use implication and potentially finer texture. While 5210.11.60.20 covers "Poplin or broadcloth," which are often denser and may have a slightly different weave feel, and 5210.11.60.40 pertains to "Sheeting," typically a heavier, coarser fabric used for bedding, and 5210.11.60.90 refers to "Cheesecloth," known for its open, gauze-like weave, "Printcloth" occupies a niche for fabrics specifically prepared for printing. The underlying weaving structure (plain weave) and material composition (predominantly cotton with synthetic blends) are shared with siblings, but the specific term "Printcloth" points to a fabric intended for aesthetic applications through printing.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS classification system, there are no further subcategories. Therefore, the focus for classification professionals is on the precise definition and application of the term "Printcloth" within the context of the established technical specifications for woven fabrics. This includes verifying the cotton content percentage, identifying the primary man-made fiber blend, confirming the weight per square meter, and ensuring the fabric's unbleached state and plain weave construction align with the established criteria for this specific entry.